noun
or bou·cle (ˈ)bü|klā
( -s )
Etymology: French bouclé curly, having a curly appearance (as fabrics), from past participle of boucler to curl, from boucle curl, buckle — more at buckle
1. also bouclé yarn : an uneven yarn of three plies one of which forms loops at intervals that is made in various weights of the principal clothing fibers
2. : a textile fabric that is used for clothing or decorating, has a rough looped surface, and is knitted or woven of bouclé yarns